Ode To My Favorite Meal

As staple food* for my soul, irresistible Bread of life --- indeed perfectly infallible Chewable, appetizing midst wondrous sweetness Delectable with much honey-glazed graciousness… Ever tasty to my heart for grand existence Flavorful milk does fortify bones’ persistence Grabbing my taste buds to defy bitterness-sting Having me savor pure truth toward health hoisting… Imparting strength to my faith smiting doubt and fear Juicy meats of minerals and vitamins’ gear Keep me best against sin-afflicting viruses Loading well-being along goodness that blesses… Menu God divinely sets as spiritual meal Nourishes me --- that’s the Bible of heaven seal Offering nutritious diet I also share Palatably festive with blissful love and care. Ode in ABC with couplet form *Job 23:12 Neither have I gone back from the commandment of his lips; I have esteemed the words of his mouth more than my necessary food. August 10, 2022 Edited on February 23, 2023 3rd place, "Write an Ode to an Inanimate Object" Poetry Writing Contest Sponsored by Jeff Kyser; judged on 3/8/2023.